2010 LSAC Academic Assistance Topical Workshops
Teaching 21st Century Students with Technology
Florida Coastal School of Law
Jacksonville, Florida
May 19-20, 2010
The first 2010 LSAC Academic Assistance Topical Workshop will be held at FloridaCoastalLawSchool in Jacksonville, Florida, May 19-20, 2010. Presenters will describe the ways in which technological innovations can be used to enhance teaching and learning.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is open to all academic assistance professionals from LSAC member law schools.
2010 Academic Assistance Topical Workshops Planning Committee
Russell McClain, University of MarylandSchool of Law
Odessa Alm, Florida Coastal School of Law
Hillary Burgess, HofstraUniversitySchool of Law
Traci Howard, CaliforniaWesternSchool of Law (ex officio)
Paula Manning, WhittierLawSchool
Kent D. Lollis, LSAC Staff
Registration Fees and Information
Enrollment for this workshop is limited, and registration forms will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrations will be accepted until the enrollment limit is reached. The workshop is being subsidized by LSAC. Participants are required to pay a registration fee of $35.00. The registration fee covers all meals. However, attendees are responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses. Only one person per law school may register until April 28, 2010. After April 28, 2010 additional registrants will be accepted as long as space is available.
To secure your participation in the workshop, please complete and return the enclosed registration form. Online registration is not available for this workshop.
Hotel Reservations
Each registrant must make his or her own hotel reservations and be responsible for all lodging expenses. The Florida Coastal School of Law has reserved a block of rooms at a local hotel. If you require lodging please contact the hotel directly.
Jacksonville Marriott
4670 Salisbury Road
Jacksonville, FL 32256
800-962-9786 or 904-296-2222 (reference LSAC Conference or Florida Coastal
School of Law)
The room rate is $89.00 per night. The room rate includes breakfast buffet and complimentary high speed internet in guest rooms. In order to receive the group rate of $89.00 per night you must make your reservation by Wednesday, April 28, 2010. If you make your reservations after the deadline the regular room rate is $199.95.
There will be a shuttle service between the law school and the hotel during the workshop. The shuttle service will transport participants from the law school to the airport at the conclusion of the workshop.
Travel Arrangements
Travel subsidies are not available to topical training workshops.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited in all university classrooms, meeting facilities, and dining rooms. Guests are permitted to smoke outside of university buildings.
Additional Information and Questions
Questions concerning the curriculum or registration should be directed to Kent Lollis, , 215.968.1227. Logistical questions should be directed toOdessa Alm, Florida Coastal School of Law, , 904-680-7733.
Teaching 21st Century Students with Technology
Florida Coastal School of Law
May 19-20
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Description: During this workshop, participants will discuss how and why technology will play a vital role in legal education in the future.Participants will also have an opportunity to learn how to use technology to improve teaching and learning.
May 19, 2010
2:00-4:00Welcome
Technology and Pedagogy Roundtable – Teaching on the Cutting Edge
4:15-5:45Works in Progress
6:00-8:00Dinner
May 20, 2010
8:00-9:15Shuttles from Hotel to Florida Coastal School of Law (bring luggage)
9:00-9:30 Breakfast
9:30-10:00Welcome
The Growing Role of the ASP Professional as Pedagogy Advisor
10:15-11:00The Importance of Technology to the Millenial Learner
11:00-12:45Technology In Action (choose your track)
Technology 101 (11:00-12:45): This session is for ASP professionals that are new to using technology. It will cover the basic information needed to start putting technology to work in the classroom and beyond. Participants will learn the basics of how to use Facebook, My Space, Twitter, CALI, TWEN, Blackboard, Blogging, Podcasts, Survey Monkey, and Audacity. If you need a starter course on using technology in education, this is the session for you!
Technology 201: These breakout sessions are designed for those who (i) already have a basic understanding of and familiarity with technology, and (ii) are ready to start putting it in practice. Each session will provide you with practical applications for using the technology in your programs/classrooms. Each session will be repeated twice during the AM “Technology in Action” session, and once during the PM “Technology in Action” session—so that attendees may attend up to three sessions. (Even if you are not able to attend a session, presentation information from each session will be made available.)
11:00-11:45Breakout Session 1
12:00-12:45Breakout Session 2
1:00-2:00 Social Networking: The Analog Version (a/k/a “Lunch”)
2:00-2:45Using Technology Effectively: Making Pedagogically Sound Choices
2:45-3:00Break
3:00-4:45Technology in Action, Part Two
Technology 301: These sessions utilize multiple forms of technology and are for those that are ready for more advanced techniques. Sessions will include using technology for assessment and creating Distance Learning courses.
Technology 201: Repeat of “Technology in Action” session 1
3:00-3:45Breakout Session 1
4:00-4:45 Breakout Session 2
5:00-5:30Implementing What You’ve Learned
This session will address some common impediments to using technology, including working with (or without) an IT Department; using technology without blowing your budget; and facing technology without fear.
5:30-5:45Closing Remarks and Conference Assessment
2010 LSAC Academic Assistance Topical Workshops
Teaching 21st Century Students with Technology
Florida Coastal School of Law
Jacksonville, Florida
May 19-20, 2010
REGISTRATION FORM
Registration forms will be accepted until spaces are filled. Your $35.00 payment must accompany this form. Registrations will not be complete until registration forms and fees are paid. Please complete one registration form per participant and fax (if using a credit card) to 215.944.3338 or mail it to: Angela Ross, LSAC Office of Diversity Initiatives, PO Box 40, Newtown, PA 18940-0040.
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Special Needs
To make your stay more enjoyable, please indicate any special needs you may have (i.e., dietary restrictions, wheelchair access, etc.).
PAYMENT INFORMATION (check or credit card accepted)
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